Gainesville Fire Rescue Archives

Woman accused of animal cruelty faces potentially never owning another animal

March 1, 2023 Animals, Law and public safety

Patricia Garibaldi is accused of cruelty toward animals — her 15 cats — which were found living in “deplorable” conditions in her home: debris stacked to the ceiling, roaches in the cats’ food and water bowls, feces and urine on every surface. The decision, which will be made by Judge Meshon Rawls, was postponed until March 6.

Disability Resource Expo returns after three-year break caused by pandemic

February 6, 2023 Health and Science, Human Interest

More than 90 organizations gathered at Trinity United Methodist Church on Feb. 4 for the fourth annual Disability Resource Expo, which started as a Facebook group where parents could share information about services for their children.

Updated training program brings the heat to Gainesville firefighters

December 20, 2022 Law and public safety

Gainesville Fire Rescue firefighters train all year and complete live fire training to keep them sharp and efficient in every situation. As the older generation of firefighters retires, GFR training officials need to do everything they can to refresh returning firefighters and get recruits up to speed.

Gainesville homeless campers fear arrest, lack legal alternative

December 6, 2022 Racial equity, Report for America

It was impossible to feel settled with the threat of arrest and deadly force hanging over them. But where else could they go?

With Pandemic Nearing An End, New Music Company Sets To Liven The Gainesville Music Scene

April 8, 2021 Arts and Entertainment

Vivid Sky Vertical is a Gainesville-based promotional group committed to creating concert experiences and celebrating music. Along with branching out into other cities, the company aims to bring events to Gainesville. Partnered with Elysian Events Presents, the company will host top-selling musician Diplo on Friday.

Joseph Dixon Takes Over At Gainesville Fire Rescue Helm

March 24, 2021 Government and politics, Law and public safety

For the past 10 days, a new leader is guiding Gainesville Fire Rescue.

Fact Check: Poe Delivers 2021 State Of The City Address

February 25, 2021 Government and politics

WUFT News fact checked some of the statements the city included in the address.

Mayor Poe Delivers Gainesville’s First Virtual State Of The City Address

February 25, 2021 Government and politics

Assisted by several key city leaders and partners, the mayor sought to list what he said were the city’s accomplishments in 2020 and to introduce its new goals for this year.

Gainesville City Commissioners Opt Against Allowing Women To Be Topless In Public

February 12, 2021 Government and politics

The Gainesville City Commission in its General Policy Committee meeting voted against exploring the legal ramifications of removing gender from public nudity laws.